WURI Global Conference 2026 Coming to Deggendorf

27.6.2025 | DIT Public Relations

The strategic partnership between Deggendorf Institute of Technology (DIT), the WURI Foundation (World’s Universities with Real Impact), and the Institute for Nation Brand Promotion was officially launched on 26 June with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at Deggendorf Institute of Technology. As part of this cooperation, DIT will host the prestigious WURI Global Conference in September 2026.

In addition to the ceremonial signing of the agreement, an initial planning meeting was held in Deggendorf to discuss key organisational and thematic aspects of the event. The MoU was signed by Prof. Waldemar Berg, President of Deggendorf Institute of Technology, together with South Korean representatives Prof. Dr. Dong-sung Cho, Founder of the WURI Foundation, Jeong-wan Cho, CEO of the WURI Foundation, and Prof. Dr. Jin-suk Kim, President of the Institute for Nation Brand Promotion.

The WURI Global Board selected Deggendorf Institute of Technology as host in recognition of its consistently high performance in the WURI Rankings. Following its top placements in recent years – ahead of renowned institutions such as Berkeley, Princeton and Chicago – this latest recognition highlights DIT’s standing as a globally active, innovation-driven university once again. Furthermore, the MoU reflects the strategic importance of transnational networks and DIT’s commitment to advancing global higher education.

The international academic forum is expected to attract around 300 representatives from universities and organisations across the globe to Deggendorf in September 2026. The South Korean partners will be in charge of attracting participants and developing the conference programme, while DIT, as the local event organiser, will oversee the on-site management. The conference aims to connect innovative universities worldwide and set new benchmarks for assessing their societal impact, innovative strength and entrepreneurial responsibility. In addition, the event seeks to enhance the visibility and reputation of all participating institutions in the long term.

Bild (DIT): DIT President Prof. Waldemar Berg pictured with representatives of the WURI Foundation and the President of the Institute for Nation Brand Promotion from South Korea.